> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.solink.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.solink.com/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/video-alarm-tablet/video-alarm-tablet-overview.md). # Video Alarm Tablet Overview Learn how to set up and use Solink's Video Alarm Tablet The **Video Alarm Tablet** allows you to arm and disarm your locations with a physical on-premise tablet. Watch this video tutorial for more information on how to setup and use the tablet: {% embed url="" %} See the following articles for more information on how to use the Solink Video Alarm Tablet: * [Setup Instructions](/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/video-alarm-tablet/setup-instructions-video-alarm-tablet.md) * [Arm and Disarm](/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/video-alarm-tablet/arm-and-disarm-video-alarm-tablet.md) * [Troubleshoot Video Alarm Tablet](/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/video-alarm-tablet/troubleshoot-video-alarm-tablet.md) **Note**: A new model of Solink's Video Alarm Tablet was released in 2025. There may be slight differences to the user interface in some areas compared to the original model. However, the overview and instructions explained in this documentation is applicable to both models. *** ## How the Video Alarm Tablet Works Enter a PIN number to arm a location. Then, re-enter the PIN to disarm the alarm system when returning to the premises. Youcan manage PINs across multiple locations in real-time via the Solink platform. The tablet also offers the following core features: * **Front-facing camera:** Adds an 8 megapixel camera to your existing camera system. In addition to streaming, the camera can be used as an alarm camera: * **Audio playback:** An alarm sounds when the onboard camera OR another camera at the location detects motion. * [**Arm and disarm**](/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/video-alarm-tablet/arm-and-disarm-video-alarm-tablet.md): Arm and disarm your Solink alarm system directly from the tablet on-site. * [**Alarm audit events**](/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/use-and-configure-alarms/alarm-audit-events.md): When a user arms/disarms the alarm system via the tablet (or enters an invalid PIN), an alarm audit event with camera footage of the user is created on the **Events** page to provide context: ![](https://1562067156-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FlMN1EUQcXYfv7FYpGJWR%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-35164d176488ed9db42346bfe4edecbf034a98e9%2F1852452160015429.png?alt=media) * **Simple interface**: The tablet comes installed with custom software intended only for Solink alarm use. The easy-to-use interface allows users to quickly arm and disarm the system without installing or configuring additional software. * **Remote monitoring:** Solink automatically keeps the tablet software up-to-date without any user interaction. * [**Video Alarms Monitoring**](/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/professionally-monitored-video-alarms/professionally-monitored-video-alarms-overview.md)**:** The Video Alarm Tablet leverages Solink's Professional Monitoring service. After the 30 second default period, an alarm is triggered and sent to an alarm monitoring agent immediately. The agent then initiates the process to determine if there is a threat to person or property. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://help.solink.com/docs/protect-your-locations-with-alarms/video-alarm-tablet/video-alarm-tablet-overview.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.